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The Insura-Preneur Podcast

For agency owners serious about the Insurance Trifecta—Faster Growth, Higher Margins, and Peak Valuation. Hosted by Michael Jans—founder of Agency Revolution and architect of the longest-running mastermind in the industry —The Insura-Preneur Podcast delivers the real-world systems, strategies, and shortcuts used by the most successful independent agencies and insurtechs across North America. Each episode arms you with practical tools and elite insights so you can: - Accelerate organic growth

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50:55

Strategy: The 7 Decisions That Will Shape Your...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/07/30

If you’re the principal of an independent insurance agency, there’s one role only you can play: strategist. In this episode, Michael Jans breaks down why strategy—not tactics—is the single most powerful lever for growth, profitability, and ultimate valuation.Discover: The 3 historical phases of agency strategy Why AI adoption and niche focus are now mandatory The 7 strategic decisions every agency principal must make If you’re serious about growth, legacy, and peak valuation, this episode is your

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01:05:36

Why Most Agencies Blend In—And How to Stand Out for Good

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/07/23

Most agencies are “just another insurance option.” Not you.In this episode, Michael Jans reveals the true origin and power of the Unique Selling Proposition—drawing on lessons from advertising legends, Dan Kennedy’s 7-point framework, and decades spent guiding agencies to top-tier growth, margin, and valuation. You’ll learn: The real reason most agencies get ignored—and how to never blend in again How Rosser Reeves and Madison Avenue created the original USPs (and why they still work) Kennedy’s 7

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47:32

The AI Divide: Why the Future of Insurance Belongs to...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/07/16

AI isn’t coming. It’s crashing—right now—into the heart of the independent insurance agency. In this episode, Michael Jans breaks down the most transformational shift the industry has ever seen: the rise of artificial intelligence and how it’s rapidly separating tomorrow’s winners from the agencies that will vanish.You’ll learn: Why “using” AI isn’t enough—why mastery is the new competitive edge The four pillars of AI-powered agency advantage (with actionable examples) What top industry research

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37:14

The Soft Market Is Coming — Are You Ready?

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/07/09

This isn’t your typical evergreen episode. In this urgent briefing, Michael Jans dives deep into the 2025 midyear reinsurance negotiations—and what they mean for you. If you're running an agency, you must prepare now for the shifting market dynamics.You’ll get: Key signals pointing to an impending soft market Strategic advice on expense discipline, AI, and sales culture What smart agencies are doing now to engineer growth and valuation Plus: Michael shares updates on killer new resources—like AI

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51:09

Are You Making These Mistakes? Part 2 of 33 Growth...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/07/02

What if the reason your agency isn’t growing isn’t what you lack—but what you’re still doing wrong?In this episode, Michael Jans continues his eye-opening list of the 33 Deadly Marketing Mistakes made by Insura-Preneurs. This is Part 2—and it’s packed with real-world insight, hard-earned lessons, and straight-up advice for growth-focused agency owners. If you want to stop wasting time, stop leaking leads, and start making smarter marketing moves—this episode is for you.

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56:18

Avoid These 13 Marketing Mistakes That Are Costing...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/06/25

What’s killing your marketing results—slowly, silently, and profitably?In this episode, Michael Jans reveals the first 13 of 33 deadly marketing mistakes he’s seen insurance agencies make over decades in the trenches. If you’re serious about growth, valuation, or even just getting leads that actually convert, this episode will change how you think. You’ll get practical insights, candid stories, and field-tested fixes from one of the industry's top strategic minds. Don’t just fix your

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43:36

10 Big Shifts That Could Hit Your Agency Like a...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/06/18

This isn’t a tactics episode.If you’re looking for better subject lines or how to get more likes on your next post… wrong time, wrong episode. This one’s big picture. Strategy. CEO-to-CEO. Michael steps back and scans the landscape of the insurance industry — and the wider economy — to highlight 10 major shifts that could dramatically impact your agency in the months and years ahead. Some are obvious. Some are subtle. All of them are real. From AI-powered direct-to-consumer models to valuation

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57:58

19 Game Changers That Can Transform Your Agency...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/06/11

🎙️ 19 Game Changers for Insura-Preneurs, Part 2: Talent, Time & Total Market DominationIf Part 1 was the blueprint, Part 2 is the ignition switch. This final episode in the two-part series dives into the operational levers that separate scalable agencies from stagnant ones — the kind of moves most owners never make, but the best never skip. Inside this episode: ✅ Why “Customer Experience Innovation” is the last true moat in a commoditized market ✅ The growth ritual 90% of agencies ignore — and

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55:31

19 Game Changers That Can Transform Your Agency...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/06/04

It only takes one move to trigger the inflection point that changes everything — your income, your time, your valuation.In this solo strategy session, I’m handing you the same high-leverage tools I’ve taught to 7- and 8-figure agency owners — the exact plays that helped them scale smarter, work less, and command premium valuations. 💡 Inside this episode: ✅ The Strategic Horizon framework (and why most owners are stuck in the wrong stage) ✅ The three Growth Models Sales, Marketing, or Blended (and

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35:31

The $10 Million Question: Are You Engineering Your...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/05/28

Most agency owners are asking the wrong question.They’re stuck on “What’s my agency worth today?” But the real question — the $10 million question — is this: Are you deliberately engineering its value… or just hoping for the best? In this hard-hitting solo episode, Michael Jans throws open the strategic vault and lets you in on the 12 critical levers that drive value — not someday, but right now. You’ll discover: ✅ Why two nearly identical agencies can sell for 4X… or 13X — and what makes the

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01:02:34

🛠️ Peak Valuation Masterclass – Build, Scale, Sell.

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/05/21

🚀 Ready to dominate 2025? Whether you’re thinking of selling in 2 years or 20, the path to a peak valuation starts NOW. 💥🔥 In this episode, Michael Jans – the mind behind The Society of Insura-Preneurs, dives deep into: 💥 The seismic shifts shaking the industry in Q1 2025 🏆 Why niche-focused agencies command a premium 💡 The 5-step blueprint to engineer your agency’s true worth 🗝️ How to shift into the premier lane of buyers ⚡ If you’re serious about building something of lasting value, this

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53:29

Breaking the Mold: How Bobby Touran Is Reshaping...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Forget what you thought you knew about insurance. In this episode, we sit down with serial entrepreneur and Rainbow CEO Bobby Touran to unpack:🍽️ Why insuring restaurants is way more complex (and profitable) than it looks 🧠 How Bobby built two breakout companies without writing a line of code 📉 Why most agencies stay average—and what the exceptional few do differently 💥 The real impact of private equity rollups on independent agents (and how to win anyway) 🏗️ How specialization + smart tech =

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01:05:47

How Mike Mathisen Built a $100M Agency And How You...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/03/13

🚀 From $6M to $100M+ in Premium – How Mike Mathisen Built the Fastest-Growing Insurance Agency Mike Mathisen scaled his agency from $6M to over $100M in premium with 95% retention and next-level profitability. Now, before stepping away from the industry, he’s revealing exactly how he did it—and how you can apply these strategies to grow faster.🔹 The hiring strategy that changed everything 🔹 The marketing + sales formula behind his explosive growth 🔹 How to win in a hard market 🔹 The #1 growth

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59:25

Mike Becker: The PIA former CEO Speaks Frankly

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/01/28

No Spin, No Fluff—Just the Raw Truth from the Top. Mike Becker, former CEO of the *National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA)*, steps up to the mic for an unfiltered, tell-all conversation about the industry, its future, and what’s holding agents back from explosive growth. **In this no-holds-barred episode, you’ll hear:** - Becker’s take on the *real* challenges independent agents face in today’s shifting landscape. - His insights into the evolving role of technology, legislation,

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01:04:45

The 5-Step Blueprint to Fast Growth & Peak Valuation

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/01/15

*Unlocking Valuation Trends & Maximizing Acquisition Potential* PLUS: The 5-Step 30% Growth Blueprint Revealed**Join us as we dive into the latest *valuation and acquisition trends* reshaping the insurance industry. Learn how to position your agency as the clear leader in a competitive market while avoiding the common traps that can sink your valuation. Then, discover the **5-Step 30% Growth Blueprint**—a proven system to boost organic growth, maximize profit margins, and pave the way for your

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01:07:27

Marketing that Works Dale Steinke

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/01/15

How do you cut through the noise, capture attention, and drive results in a crowded insurance marketplace? Dale Steinke, a marketing powerhouse, joins Michael Jans on The Insura-Preneur Podcast to share the insider strategies that make marketing actually work. In this must-listen episode, you’ll discover: ✅ Proven tactics to stand out in an industry where everyone looks the same. ✅ The secret to crafting marketing campaigns that not only attract leads but convert them into loyal clients. ✅ How to

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01:01:33

Jay Mueller Running a Successful Agency from Spain

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2025/01/15

Ever dreamed of running your agency from a sun-drenched balcony overlooking the Mediterranean? 🌍✈️ Jay Mueller isn’t just dreaming it—he’s living it. In this jaw-dropping episode, Jay reveals how he built a thriving insurance agency while trading office stress for the vibrant lifestyle of Spain. 🇪🇸 Discover the secrets behind his bold leap, including: ✅ The systems and strategies that keep his agency firing on all cylinders from thousands of miles away. ✅ How to attract dream clients who value

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01:04:33

Transform Your Agency’s Email into a Goldmine with...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2023/11/20

"Is Your Agency's Email Marketing Striking Gold, or Striking Out?"Unlock the secrets of high-ROI email strategies in this electrifying podcast episode with Jay Schwedelson, the wizard of email marketing. As an independent insurance agency, it's time to stop blending in and start standing out. The Direct Marketing Association (DMA) reveals a staggering $43 return for every dollar invested in email marketing - but the real magic lies in mastering the craft. Join us for this riveting podcast master

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46:20

Texas Agency Uses Simple Step-by-Step System for 20%...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2023/11/06

Mike Alexander started his agency in a crisis. The ‘Great Texas Mold Crisis’ was sending agencies all over the state into a death spiral. He just purchased a small book with 400 clients. One of his early - and critical - insights was that it wasn’t going to be enough to do a good job at insurance. He’d have to do a good job at marketing. Fast forward to today. 4000 customers. 20% annual growth. Listen as Mike unravels the secrets to his insurance marketing success, including: How Mike fixed his

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45:53

From $1.5 to 110 Million: The Ultimate Agency Success...

The Insura-Preneur Podcast ·

2023/10/19

Arguably, the fastest growing family owned agency in America. Now, revealing the juicy secrets that have become insurance industry legend. Meet Mike Mathisen. He bought a teeny agency with a few hundred customers, stepped on the gas and never hit the brakes. 30% growth for over a decade. Reliable, profitable - and, if you love growth yourself, deserving of your close attention. In this podcast, Mike reveals the secrets of how he ‘did the impossible:’ The system he uses to absolutely JAM his

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